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Oriental Pearl Tower (Dongfang Mingzhu)

No. 1 Century Avenue, Pudong New Area, Shanghai 200120, China
8621 58791888
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As featured in 3 days in Shanghai
Ranked #20 of 503 attractions in Shanghai
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Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Observation Decks/ Towers, Architectural Buildings
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: <1 hour
Traveller Description: The Oriental Pearl TV Tower is without a doubt Shanghai's most recognized landmark. It rises 1,500  feet (457 meters) in Shanghai's newest district... more »
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Moscow, Russia
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21 reviews 21 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

We decided to visit a tower in the evening in order to a night view of shanghai. At the entrance there were just a few people so over all it took us about an hour to visit a tower. First we got to the last floor where the viewing point is but then we went one floor dawn which has... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

You get a great view over Shanghai, although I would make sure you save your visit for a clear day as you wouldn't see much on a thick polluted day. We didn't feel the need to go up to the space capsule level (top small ball) so skipped buying that ticket and also the luncheon ticket. You get a great... More

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London, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

The problem with this tower is that when you get to the top, your view at best is of a bunch of tower blocks, the same as you would see in anyone of 30 other places in the world. At worst, the view is of the Shanghai smog with is pretty well most days. There is just no style or... More

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Springfield, Missouri
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

First off, LOVED it! The buffet dinner was very good and not so far from western that it was pretty good. The views are fantastic, we got there before dark and while we ate dinner the floor rotated and as it got dark we were able to see the lights come one all over Shanghai. So pretty, a mix of... More

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Stockholm, Sweden
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW via mobile

A must see! The glass floor will test if you really are scared of heights or not. Location is good and provides a great view of the city, it's unique architecture, river and pretty flower patterned rotaries below.

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Suzhou, China
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Plan to spend a few hours here, don't miss the museum in the basement, it's really a great way to spend the day. Enjoy the glass floor from way up high.

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

dirty place, rude people....tourist , foreigners are terribly rude....stay away from this place.... the guards are terribly rude ... .... this place is dirty , disgusting....

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Vaxjo, Sweden
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

We paid extra to get to the top floor theres really no reason to do that you have as good view on the basic ticket plus you dont have to stand in yet one more queue of people , Standing on a glassfloor outside the tower at 250metres is a supercool experience well worth the price!

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Orlando, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

The Pearl Tower offers a panoramic view of Shanghai. A high speed elevator whisks you to the observation floor (complete with souvenir shops, restrooms, and food vending) approximately 1,100 feet above the city. Before visiting the tower, consider the weather, time of day, and the pollution level. Each may influence the level of visibility. Since the tower is open late... More

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St Helens, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Well worth a visit to the Oriental Pearl Tower when in Shanghai.The views are good but the highlight is the glass floor takes some nerve even if you have no fear of heights. Cost was about £15 for entrance try to get up when clear but be aware sometimes a bit of a queue but plenty of space once up... More

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